Wellston Reservoir Dam

High HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyJackson
Nearest CityRATCHFORD
River/StreamTRIBUTARY TO LITTLE RACCOON CREEK
Coordinates39.14000, -82.51833

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length460 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage95 acre-ft
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Wellston
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/11/2021
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00813
Federal IDOH00813
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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